10 Questions
What is the appropriate action to take if you suspect a child is in immediate danger?
Call 999
What should you do if you have concerns about a child's behavior or safety while working with them?
Report any concerns, changes in behavior etc.
What should you avoid doing when working with children?
Becoming overfriendly or engaging in any form of a relationship
What should you do if you are concerned about a location where you drop off or pick up young people?
Report your concerns
Who should you contact if you wish to report concerns about a child's safety anonymously?
Crimestoppers
What is the driver of a taxi or private hire vehicle's responsibility towards a vulnerable child?
To look after the child and protect themselves from any allegations the child could make.
What is the characteristic of offenders in cases of child sexual exploitation?
Power over victims due to their age, gender, intellect, physical strength, and/or economic or other resources.
What are some signs of child sexual exploitation that a driver may observe in their vehicle?
Young people having older 'boyfriends', dressing or acting older than their age, being given alcohol, drugs, jewellery, money, and gadgets.
Why is child sexual exploitation often accompanied by violence, coercion, and intimidation?
Because offenders use these tactics to maintain power over their victims.
What should a driver do if they suspect a child is being sexually exploited in their vehicle?
Report it to the authorities.
Study Notes
Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)
- CSE involves young people receiving something in return for engaging in sexual activities, often with offenders having power over victims due to age, gender, intellect, physical strength, or economic resources.
- Violence, coercion, and intimidation are common in CSE cases.
Signs of CSE in a Taxi or Private Hire Vehicle
- Young people having older 'boyfriends' or 'girlfriends'
- Dressing or acting older than their age
- Being given gifts such as alcohol, drugs, jewellery, money, or gadgets
- Being transported to bars or hotels with older persons
Protecting Yourself and the Child
- Remain professional at all times
- Sit children in the rear of the vehicle where possible
- Only have physical contact when appropriate and required
- Report any concerns, changes in behaviour, or unusual activities
- Ask for advice, do not try to deal with concerns alone
What Not to Do
- Do not become overfriendly or engage in any form of a relationship with children
- Do not give your private telephone number to children
- Do not have social contact with children outside of work (including social media)
- Do not give gifts, sweets, or money to children
- Do not photograph or video passengers in your care
- Do not allow children to use your mobile phone or show them material on your mobile phone
- Do not stop anywhere other than specified pick-up/drop-off points
Reporting Concerns
- If you spot signs of CSE, call the police on 101 for non-emergencies and quote Operation Makesafe or ask for the Child Sexual Exploitation team
- Call 999 if you are concerned that a child is in immediate danger
- Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or report online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information-online/ if you wish to remain anonymous
Learn about the warning signs and responsibilities of taxi drivers in preventing and reporting child sexual exploitation. Understand your duty of care and how to protect yourself from false allegations. This quiz is designed to raise awareness and provide guidance on this critical topic.
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